Purkukourat

Purkukourat is a Finnish term used in the construction and demolition sector to refer to heavy tools or attachments designed for tearing down structures. The word is a compound of purku, meaning dismantling or demolition, and koura, meaning claw. In plural form purkukourat, the literal translation is “dismantling claws.” In practice, purkukourat can denote hydraulic grapples or similar claw-like attachments fitted to excavators and other heavy equipment that are used to grab, lift, and break apart materials during demolition work. The term is primarily found in Finnish industry discourse and may appear in manuals, catalogs, and media reports about demolition projects.

Linguistic and regional notes: purkukourat is not a standardized term in general Finnish dictionaries, and its exact meaning can vary by context or company. The singular form purkukoura is used in some contexts to describe a single clamp or claw attachment, while purkukourat emphasizes the set or class of such tools. Related terms in Finnish refer to various names for demolition grapples and attachments, reflecting a range of designs and manufacturers rather than a single, uniform device.

Context and usage: The term tends to appear in technical or industrial writing rather than in everyday language. While it often denotes concrete equipment used in demolition, the specifics can differ between suppliers and regions, so readers are advised to consult manufacturer descriptions or project documentation for exact capabilities.